Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) - Wake County Oncology - Inpatient and Outpatient

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke Raleigh Hospital, A Campus of Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with the Duke Raleigh Campus in Raleigh, North Carolina, which has been part of Duke Health since 1998 and has served Wake County for more than 35 years. Duke Raleigh Campusfeatures 204 inpatient beds and offers a comprehensive array of services, including cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, advanced gastrointestinal, and wound healing care.

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• Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization
• Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses.
• Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
• Duke University Health System has 6000 + registered nurses
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Duke University Health Systems seeks to hire a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) who embraces our mission of  Advancing Health Together

Overview : We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our team and provide specialized support in oncology services at Duke Raleigh Campus, Duke Women's Cancer Care Raleigh, and Duke Cancer Center Cary. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of oncology nursing practice, infusion therapy, and patient-centered care. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of patients undergoing cancer treatment by delivering expert clinical care and support. The Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist will address diverse oncology needs across inpatient and outpatient services at Duke Cancer Institute of Wake County. Responsibilities include policy and program development, research, quality improvement, staff development, and providing support for abstracts / publications. Collaboration with other clinical nurse specialists and health system resources is essential. Expect local travel to various Duke Cancer Institute sites.

Hours :   Monday-Friday 8 : 00am-4 : 30pm

Locations : This position will be split between inpatient and outpatient oncology services (approximately 25% inpatient / 75% outpatient)

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level :

Required Qualifications at this Level.

Education : MSN required

Experience :

3 years of nursing experience

Oncology experience is preferred.

Degrees, Licensure, and / or Certification :

Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required.

Certification as a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and clinical team members.

Proficiency in utilizing electronic health record systems and other healthcare technology.

Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of oncology nursing.

Demonstrated leadership capabilities and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level

Essential Physical Job Functions

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